Section 320.390  Student Safeguards During Radioactive Source Set Training

a)         The CD V-138 (0-200 mr) and the CD V-742 (0-200 r) dosimeter will be worn by the instructors and students while the radioactive training source set is being used for training.  Exposure readings appearing on the dosimeter shall be recorded on the students individual exposure record forms.

b)         Students shall be warned against picking up capsules with their hands and they shall be observed to ensure compliance.

c)         Whenever leak tests are performed in class, the instructor shall ensure that they are carried out in accordance with leak testing procedures outlined in Exhibit C of this rule.

d)         Whenever radioactive capsules are removed from their lead container, students should be kept a distance of at least 18 inches as a precautionary measure against radioactive exposure.